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Observer
24-05-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Omani Coaches attend International basketball course
MUSCAT, MAY 24 Two Omani coaches, Mohammed bin Mubarak al Awaisi from Al Amerat Club and Majid bin Omar al Balushi from Salalah Club, participated in the International Coaches Course held over two days at the Umm Al Hassam Basketball Hall in the Kingdom of Bahrain. The course was led by veteran Serbian coach Saša Obradović and coach Jelena, and featured a distinguished group of coaches from across the Gulf and Arab countries. The participation of the Omani coaches was supported by the Oman Basketball Association (OBA) through a training grant provided by the Technical Development Committee. This initiative comes as part of the association's ongoing efforts to enhance the quality of national coaching talent and to provide them with opportunities to explore the latest coaching concepts and methods at regional and international levels. The Technical Development Committee emphasised that this participation falls under its strategic plan to support and qualify Omani coaches through specialised programmes that strengthen their presence in the sports field. In a statement, coach Mohammed al Awaisi expressed his gratitude for this exceptional training opportunity, saying: 'The course was an enriching experience in every sense. We had the rare chance to engage with highly experienced coaches and explore advanced concepts in both offensive and defensive strategies. What stood out to me the most was the strong focus on the details of decision-making during the game and how to manage pressure in critical moments.' He added Such participation boosts the confidence of Omani coaches and provides them with modern tools that can be applied in developing our local teams. I thank the Oman Basketball Association for this initiative and hope this type of course continues, as it truly makes a difference in developing national competencies. The course included a number of theoretical and practical sessions. The first day focused on building a defensive system, the coach's role in leadership and decision-making from the bench, and concluded with an interactive discussion session on defensive philosophy and its real-life applications. The second day was dedicated to offensive aspects, covering how to deal with defensive switches and how to build both team and individual offense, followed by an open discussion on offensive schemes and tactical adjustments. The course provided participants, including the Omani coaches, with direct access to the expertise of Obradović, who has been named EuroCup Coach of the Year. They benefited from rich discussions and hands-on applications that deepened their technical and tactical understanding and enhanced their leadership abilities.
Observer
16-05-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Al Amerat crush Salalah to win Hockey Super Cup
Muscat: Al Amerat Club were crowned the 2025 Hockey Super Cup champions after a 5-0 victory over Salalah Club at the Hockey Oman Stadium in Al Amerat. The event was held under the auspices of Zuhair bin Mohammed al Ajmi, member of the Asian Hockey Federation. The match started strongly in favour of Al Amerat, who dominated play from the opening moments. Salalah relied on counter attacks and almost took the lead in the second minute with a dangerous shot from Muhannad al Balushi. Salalah continued their attempts and earned a penalty corner from which Mohammed al Toubi scored, but the goal was disallowed after a VAR review. In the fifth minute, Ahmed al Noufali opened the scoring for Al Amerat from a penalty corner. Salalah nearly equalised quickly, but Ayman Rabie missed a clear one-on-one chance against goalkeeper Fahad al Noufali. Al Amerat maintained their high pressure and nearly doubled their lead in the final minute of the first quarter, but Salalah's goalkeeper Khalid al Quraini made the save, ending the quarter with Al Amerat leading 1-0. Al Amerat make an attack at Salalah goalmouth. The second quarter saw Al Amerat dominate possession without creating real scoring chances until the final minute when Mohammed al Noufali's shot rebounded off the goalkeeper and Mahmoud Ramadhan followed it up to score the second goal, ending the half with Al Amerat up 2-0. At the start of the third quarter, Al Amerat continued their dominance and Elias al Noufali scored the third goal amidst a clear drop in Salalah's performance. Adnan al Hasani nearly added a fourth goal in the 27th minute, but Khalid al Quraini once again shined, saving another penalty corner for Al Amerat. Salalah attempted a comeback through a corner taken by Rashad Khuzain, but it posed no threat. In the final minutes of the quarter, Adnan al Hasani and Ayman Faraj scored the fourth and fifth goals, ending the quarter 5-0. Al Amerat captain lifts the Super Cup trophy. The final quarter saw no change in the scoreline, concluding with a well deserved triumph for Al Amerat, who claimed the Hockey Super Cup title. Mohammed al Darmaki, head coach of Al Amerat, expressed his delight after winning the Super Cup. "We congratulate all members of Al Amerat Club, including the players, management, technical staff and fans. Special congratulations go to the club's Board of Directors, led by Shaikh Mohsin bin Hani al Bahrani, who was the team's biggest supporter both financially and morally, always present with the players, encouraging and motivating them to achieve this success." Salalah players pose with their runners-up medals. GAME PLAN He added about the match: "The players delivered a great performance and fully deserved the title. They executed the game plan with full commitment. Finals are always approached with caution, regardless of the opponent's name and that's what we are focused on in the first quarter by playing conservatively with a strong defensive setup to better read the opponent's strategy, knowing that finals always carry surprises. "After that, the team gradually opened up, imposed its style of play, dominated possession and managed to diversify its tactics and create space, resulting in five deserved goals that reflect the hard work the players put in throughout the match." Salih Rasim Salih, captain of Salalah, said: "We played a strong match where the players gave their all with great fighting spirit. We congratulate Al Amerat Club on this deserved victory and I also congratulate my teammates in Salalah for their commendable performance." Al Amerat crush Salalah to win Hockey Super Cup He added: "The match was decided by the experience of the players. We faced a team with seasoned players accustomed to playing in such finals, while we rely on a young squad made up of junior and youth players, which in itself was a big challenge that we bravely accepted. "We have a solid base of young players that we have started to develop and prepare for the future; and we are working hard to build a team capable of competing strongly and reaching the podiums in the coming years." Pics by: Khalfan Al Ruzaiqi
Observer
05-05-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Al Amerat stage comeback to beat Seeb
Muscat, May 5 Al Amerat Club kicked off their campaign in the preliminary round of the Oman Hockey League with a valuable 2-1 victory over Al Seeb Club in a match held on Sunday at the Oman Hockey Stadium in Al Amerat, earning their first three points of the new season. The match began at a moderate pace with visible caution from both sides, given the importance of the encounter as the opening test of the league. As the minutes passed, Seeb gradually took control of the rhythm, with the first dangerous opportunity falling to Fahad al Lawati, whose powerful shot went just wide. His teammate Osama al Shibli followed with a run into the circle and a strike that was saved by Al Amerat's goalkeeper. Despite midfield efforts from Sami Awad for Al Amerat, trying to break through Seeb's defence, the attacking advantage remained with Seeb. Their pressure paid off with a penalty corner awarded in the final minute of the first quarter, which Khalid al Hassani successfully converted to give his team a 1-0 lead at the end of the first period. In the second quarter, both teams continued their efforts to extend the lead or equalise. Al Amerat's Al Khadhir al Nawfali stood out with a strong performance, while Seeb maintained their offensive attempts, led by Al Hussain al Hassani. However, the score remained unchanged by the end of the quarter. Al Amerat and Seeb players in action. The third quarter was relatively quiet, marked by tactical caution and a slower tempo from both teams. Seeb focused on securing their backline and launched counterattacks through Osama al Shibli. Al Amerat, on the other hand, failed to capitalise on their chances, despite efforts by Abdullah al Nawfali, who attempted shots from outside the circle. With minimal real threats, the score stayed 1-0. The final quarter witnessed a dramatic turnaround, as Al Amerat returned with renewed energy and determination to equalise. Just two minutes in, Ayman Faraj leveled the score after a well-orchestrated attack led by Sami Awad, who delivered the ball into the circle for Ayman to strike powerfully into the net. Al Amerat gained momentum after the equaliser, with Abdullah al Nawfali leading several attacks, one of which hit the post. In the 57th minute, the team earned a penalty corner, which Ahmed al Nawfali converted to give Al Amerat a 2-1 lead. Seeb pushed hard in the closing minutes, mounting heavy offensive pressure, but Al Amerat's defence stood firm to secure a thrilling and well-deserved victory, marking their first win in the league.
Observer
08-03-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Shooting Stars lead women's Ramadhan basketball
MUSCAT: The fourth Women's Ramadhan Basketball Championship, organised by the Women's Sports Committee of the Oman Basketball Association, kicked off at the secondary hall of Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex in Bausher. The tournament features five participating teams: Shooting Stars, Betal, Al Amerat Club, Ahli Sidab Club and OQ8 Team. The first week witnessed four decisive victories, with Shooting Stars leading the standings with four points after securing two consecutive wins, marking a strong start in the competition. In the opening match, Shooting Stars clinched a hard-fought and thrilling victory against Betal with a score of 27-25. The game saw significant shifts in momentum, as Betal initially took the lead in the first two quarters. However, Shooting Stars made a strong comeback in the fourth quarter, managing to equalise and forcing the game into a decisive fifth period, where they emerged victorious. The team's triumph was largely attributed to the outstanding performances of Fatima al Numani and Noor al Kharousi, while Kristyna Storkova and Warda Ibrahim stood out for Betal. Shooting Stars lead women's Ramadhan basketball In the second match, Al Amerat Club dominated their encounter against Ahli Sidab Club, securing a commanding 39-6 victory. Al Amerat controlled the game from the start, finishing the first quarter with a remarkable 20-0 lead and maintaining their dominance throughout the second and third quarters. The win was fuelled by the stellar performances of Nareem al Maamari, Asilah Yasser and Reema al Khameini. On the other hand, Fay al Jardani and Maryam al Mahrouqi made efforts to narrow the gap for Ahli Sidab, but to no avail. The third match was a much closer contest between Shooting Stars and Al Amerat Club, ending in a narrow 21-20 victory for Shooting Stars. The game remained competitive until the final seconds, with Al Amerat taking the lead in the first quarter before Shooting Stars fought back in the second. The four quarters concluded with tightly contested scores. Shamssldsha, Nelly Slaibi and Sara al Said played key roles in Shooting Stars' win, while Ghadeer al Ismaili was the standout performer for Al Amerat, scoring 17 points. Shooting Stars lead women's Ramadhan basketball In the fourth match, OQ8 Team secured their first win in the tournament by defeating Betal 27-23. Duqm Refinery started strong, leading in the first three quarters before Betal mounted a late comeback attempt in the final period. However, the decisive performances of Alina Perosko, Aida Mohamedi and Tamathir Yousef ensured victory for OQ8. On the opposing side, Katherinsi and Warda Ibrahim were the top scorers for Betal. With these results, Shooting Stars remains at the top of the standings with four points, while the other teams look to improve their rankings in the upcoming rounds.
Observer
30-01-2025
- Sport
- Observer
Oman beach soccer team resumes Asian Cup preparation
MUSCAT, Jan 29 The Oman national beach soccer team is set to return to domestic training on Sunday as part of their preparations for the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup Thailand 2025. After concluding the first phase of their internal camp last week, the squad will gather again at the sand court of Sultan Qaboos Sports Complex for an intensive training period running until February 8. Oman head coach Talib Hilal, who has been at the helm since 2008, reaffirmed Oman's ambitious target for the tournament. 'Our objective in the upcoming Asian Beach Soccer Championship is to compete for the title. Oman is currently ranked 17th in the world, and we are striving to enhance our position in future competitions,' he told the Oman Observer. Addressing Oman's preparatory games, Hilal revealed that a planned match against Senegal was cancelled at the last moment. 'We are now exploring other options for friendly matches in the coming weeks. The next camp will feature the same squad from the previous gathering, and we hope to reach peak readiness by the time the tournament begins,' he added. The Red Warriors wrapped up their last local training camp with two friendly matches against Saudi Arabia. The first match ended in a 4-3 penalty shoot-out loss, while Oman secured a 3-1 victory in the second game. In the AFC Beach Soccer Asian Cup Thailand 2025, Oman have been drawn into Group D alongside Bahrain, Malaysia, and Vietnam. The tournament will take place in Pattaya from March 20 to 30. The competition also serves as the qualifying event for the Fifa Beach Soccer World Cup, with the top three teams earning spots for the 2025 Fifa Beach Soccer World Cup in Seychelles. Oman will look to reignite the glory of 2015, when they were crowned Asian champions and secured their place among the continent's elite beach soccer teams. The 18-player squad includes several members from Al Amerat Club, the reigning champions of the domestic beach soccer league, after their dominant 7-0 victory over Salalah in the final earlier this month. Oman Squad: Khalid al Oraimi, Munther al Oraimi, Abdullah al Souti, Nooh al Zadjali, Mashal al Oraimi, Ahmed al Owaisi, Salim al Oraimi, Younis al Owaisi, Sami al Balushi, Ahmed al Mushekhi, Yahya al Muraiki, Abdulrahman al Fazari, Musallam al Oraimi, Ahmed al Oraimi, Majid al Affari, Yousef al Zadjali, Amjad al Hamadani and Khalifa al Quraini.
